Smyrna News

Tennessee Ranks Among Nation’s Top States for New Hotel Growth Since 2019

Apr 15, 2025 at 03:01 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As the hospitality industry rebounds from the travel slump caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Tennessee has emerged as one of the fastest-growing sta.... Read More

Dress to Impress—Like a Superhero—on Free Comic Book Day

Apr 15, 2025 at 07:42 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN – Comic book fans of all ages can rejoice as Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) returns to Rutherford County on Saturday, May 3rd. The annual event, celebrated.... Read More

SEARCH CONTINUES: Search Continues for Man Accused of Fatally Stabbing Estranged Wife in Elementary School Parking Lot

Apr 14, 2025 at 03:39 pm by WGNS News

Madison, TN – Authorities are actively searching for a man accused of fatally stabbing his estranged wife in the parking lot of Chadwell Elementary School early Monday m.... Read More

Tennessee’s Gas Prices: A Third-Place Trophy We Can Actually Afford

Apr 14, 2025 at 10:12 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - In a world full of inflation and “you’ve got to be kidding me” receipts, Tennesseans can finally claim a victory that doesn’t h.... Read More

La Vergne Police Nab Suspect Following Multi-Agency Investigation

Apr 14, 2025 at 04:53 am by WGNS

La Vergne, TN - Authorities in La Vergne are urging residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity after a coordinated effort led to the successful arrest.... Read More

Smyrna High School to Debut Newest Student Film on April 22

Apr 11, 2025 at 04:54 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN - After months of hard work, Smyrna High School is almost ready to roll out the red carpet for its second student-led film. Titled “REAL,&rdquo.... Read More

Test Drive the Future: Motlow’s EV Showcase Highlights Next-Gen Automotive Tech

Apr 11, 2025 at 04:25 pm by WGNS News

LYNCHBURG, TN - Motlow State Community College’s McMinnville campus is excited to host its first Electric Vehicle Showcase on April 22 and 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This.... Read More

Rutherford County Commission Leaders Applaud Passage of Mineral Severance Tax Legislation Benefiting Rutherford County

Apr 10, 2025 at 03:23 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, Tenn. – Following passage of House Bill 695, a pivotal piece of legislation that authorizes counties to incrementally increase mineral severance tax r.... Read More

Misdiagnosed for Years: The Hidden Struggles of Living with POTS

Apr 10, 2025 at 12:06 pm by WGNS News

There are many medical conditions that affect society in different ways. While some have clear treatments or cures, others can often be improved with simple lifestyle changes..... Read More

Smyrna Residents and Businesses Welcome "Ultra-Fast" 8 Gig Fiber Internet

Apr 08, 2025 at 06:13 pm by WGNS News

Smyrna, Tenn. – United Communications and Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) have announced that Smyrna residents are now eligible for ultra-fast 8 Gig fiber broadband serv.... Read More

New Resolutions Target Mentorship and Student Mental Health, Led by Rep. Sparks

Apr 08, 2025 at 05:10 pm by WGNS News

State Rep. Mike Sparks of Smyrna, recently passed two resolutions aimed at promoting mentorship and improving mental health among Tennessee students. House Joint Resolut.... Read More

Adventures in Agriculture: A Family Day of Farming, Fun, and Giving Back

Apr 07, 2025 at 08:53 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - This Saturday, April 12, the Rutherford County Agriculture Community will host Adventures in Agriculture at the Lane Agri-Park in Murfreesboro. Or.... Read More

Tennessee is Now the Third Least Expensive Market for Gas in the Nation

Apr 07, 2025 at 03:15 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Apparently, it pays to live in the Volunteer State—at least at the gas pump. Tennessee now boasts the third-lowest average fuel prices in the nat.... Read More

Rutherford County Unemployment Rate Ties with Several Neighboring Counties

Apr 03, 2025 at 02:37 pm by WGNS News

TENNESSEE - More Tennesseans were on the job in February than the previous month as 88 of 95 counties reported a decline in their unemployment rates, the Tennessee Department.... Read More

Possible Tornado Spotted in Lascassas as Severe Weather Persists

Apr 03, 2025 at 12:45 pm by WGNS News

LASCASSAS, TN – A Lascassas resident reported spotting what appeared to be a tornado forming early Thursday morning around 6 a.m. (photo above and below). Peggy King&nbs.... Read More

Scammers at It Again: No, Deputies Won’t Call You About Missing a Federal Grand Jury

Apr 01, 2025 at 10:26 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN – Ah, another day, another scam targeting the good people of Rutherford County - and this scam is one that WGNS has reported over and over again, b.... Read More

Costco Customers Alerted to Uninspected White Chicken Chili Recall Risk

Mar 31, 2025 at 08:21 pm by WGNS News

WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for a ready-to-eat (RTE) whit.... Read More

Women's Health Matters: Proactive Steps into Your 40s and Beyond (Part V)

Mar 31, 2025 at 03:00 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Join Kim Hillsman Dunaway from Sunshine Nutrition Center this month as she explores critical aspects of women's health with a special focus on premenop.... Read More

Sextortion Scams Targeting Middle Tennessee Teens on the Rise

Mar 25, 2025 at 08:08 pm by WGNS News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE – Despite repeated warnings from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), along with messages from local law enforcement, a potentially dangerous sc.... Read More

TDOT’s I-24 SMART Corridor Slowly Continues with Big Hopes of Changing Traffic Flow Between Murfreesboro and Nashville

Mar 25, 2025 at 11:51 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues to push forward with its I-24 SMART Corridor initiative, a project designed to ease traffic.... Read More